Bakreshwar is a popular pilgrimage site in Kolkata dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Mahismardini. The name of the temple is derived from the name of Lord Shiva. It is one of the 51 Shaktipeeths, one of the Shaktipeeths, which is dedicated to the Adi Shakti. It is a major pilgrimage center for the Hindus. It is located on the banks of the Bakreshwar River and the Papara River. According to Hindu mythology, there are two beliefs behind the temple Bakreshwar. It is also said that the name of the temple is derived from the holy sage Astrabakra. There are 108 Shiv Lingas and seven hot springs in addition to Astabrakalinga and Bakreshwar Shivalinga. Hot springs have many religious and scientific significance. Water is an excellent healing power as it is rich in minerals. Many of them have temperatures above 60 degrees. Every fountain has its own myth. Agni Kund, one of which has a temperature of 200 f. According to faith, a person bathing in one of these hot springs can remove all the sins he has collected in his lifetime. Shakti Peeth is located in Birbhum district of West Bengal and is about 240 km from Kolkata. Is the distance. From Howrah, you can take the Hulu Express Mayurakshi Express to Shuri or Ahmedpur Station, from there it is 24 k, m, or 45 km from Bakreshwar Bolpur and 65 km from Rampurhat by road. Local hotels are available to stay. You can also stay in the ashrams around the temple. While tourists can visit the temple throughout the year, it is best to bathe in hot springs. The temple is celebrated every year on Shivratri day.
Bakreswar Mandir
